PINION FLANGE OIL LEAK BORG WARNER AXLES

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1985 Firebirds Equipped With Borg-Warner Axles -----------------------------------------------

Borg-Warner axle assemblies have an anti-corrosion agent applied to the pinion end and yoke assembly before shipment.

When the vehicle is driven and the axle is brought to operating temperatures, this agent may run slightly and may also combine with the paint on the axle.

The residue then may spin off and deposit on the torque arm and underbody, and could be mistaken for a pinion seal leak.

If this condition is noticed, wipe off residue, verify that it is the above condition and advise the owner.

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